The Ezrah Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Ezrah Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Charlotte, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $18.9 million in 18 grants; the typical grant was $500,000 and the largest $7.2 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$18.9 million
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$500,000
- Largest grant$7.2 million
- Assets$580 million
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2024 was up from $8.4 million the year before.
54% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $8.4 million | 13 | $464 million |
| 2024 | $18.9 million | 18 | $580 million |
How to apply
The Ezrah Charitable Trust says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Ezrah Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Pennsylvania. It also paid $1.1 million in 3 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $7.2 million |
| Illinois | 3 | $5.3 million |
| New York | 4 | $2.6 million |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $1.1 million |
| California | 4 | $1.1 million |
| Minnesota | 1 | $500,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vanguard Charitable Endowment Program | Contribution to The Ezrah Charitable DAF for charitable distributions. | $7.2 million |
| One Acre Fund US | General support to One Acre Fund's mission to supply and support smallholder farmers. | $3.0 million |
| One Acre Fund US | Support for One Acre Fund's digital transformation | $2.0 million |
| American Jewish World Service Inc | General support to American Jewish World Service's mission to build a more just and equitable world. | $1.1 million |
| Root Capital Inc | General support to Root Capital's work with small and growing agricultural businesses around the world | $1.0 million |
| Friends of Parivaar | General support for Parivaar's care for children in India who are highly vulnerable to exploitation, victimization and trafficking. | $750,000 |
| The Rhodes Trust | Contribution to Rhodes Trust legal costs related to South African schools scholarships. | $660,322 |
| Digital Green Foundation | General support to Digital Green's mission to create a world where farmers use technology and data to build prosperous communities. | $500,000 |
| Myagro Farms | General support to myAgro's tech-enabled savings model that empowers smallholder farm families to grow their way out of hunger and poverty. | $500,000 |
| Partners in Food Solutions | General support to Partners in Food Solutions' mission to enable the transfer of knowledge and expertise to small and growing food companies in Africa. | $500,000 |
| The Rhodes Trust | Funding to The Rhodes Trust for the benefit of Rhodes Scholarships in Africa, with a preference for East & West Africa. | $333,333 |
| Keep A Child Alive | General support to Keep a Child Alive's mission to helping children reach their potential and live healthier, happier lives. | $300,000 |
| One Acre Fund US | Support for specific endeavors to underwrite One Acre Fund's self-insurance fund in Malawi. | $290,234 |
| Focusing Philanthropy | Contribution to the collaboration with the NYT Communities Fund to support nonprofits to help people improve their circumstances and lead more enriching lives. | $212,744 |
| Focusing Philanthropy | Contribution to the collaboration with the Nick Kristof 2024 Holdiay Impact Initiative to raise funds for non-profits that are tackling global issues in health, literacy, and human rights. | $180,980 |
| TEAM4TECH Foundation | Contribution to Team4Tech's "AI Skill-building for Community-Based Education NGOs in Africa" project from 2024 to 2026. | $171,924 |
| Climate Action for Smallholders | General support to CASH Coalition's mission to support and share knowledge and best practices with smallholder farmers. | $150,000 |
| The Rhodes Trust | Prize and expense funds for the Aanit Prize of The Mandela Rhodes Foundation, which supports initiatives that can deliver positive social impact for Africa's most marginalized populations. | $113,900 |
Officers and trustees
- Charlene Chen
- David I Cohen
Questions people ask
Does The Ezrah Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ezrah Charitable Trust give?
$18.9 million in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $500,000.
Who runs The Ezrah Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Charlene Chen (Executive Director) and David I Cohen (Trustee).
What does The Ezrah Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and education.